Touchy Subjects Podcast
Bringing up domestic violence and sexual assault in conversation usually leads to awkward silence – but not here. Hosts Shawn and Amanda are on a mission to spark dialogue and change culture. Each episode will explore topics that affect violence, gender roles, and social norms in America.
Touchy Subjects Podcast
Gender Based Violence and Sports ft Angie Hattery and Earl Smith
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Sports is one of the most consumed forms of entertainment in the United States, yet many of these sports rely on and, some, even celebrate violence. This isn't anything new, but when the consumption of violence is so wide spread, we learn to overlook violence in our lives. Further, because these athletes are often idols to many, when they perpetrate violence, it is often ignored or pushed under the rug as long as they are good. This week we sit down with Dr.'s Angie Hattery and Earl Smith to discuss sports culture, violence in sports, and how and why so many of these athletes get away with causing harm off the field.
For more about Angie and Earl, check out there website smithandhattery.com and to view their Gender Based Violence in Sports database head to smithandhattery.com/gbv!
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If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org or the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org.
Music credits:
Uplifting Summer by Alex_MakeMusic (2021) Licensed under a Pixabay License.
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